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Salter: Remembering the legacies of former GOP Gov. Kirk Fordice and First Lady Pat Fordice

Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter: Before Fordice, Democrats controlled the Mississippi Legislature and most statewide offices. By . . .

Hebron Ridge Cemetery: If you have family buried or plan to be buried in Hebron Ridge Cemetery, yearly donations are . . .

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Mississippi seeks end to federal oversight of its child welfare system

“Time and resources that would be better spent on developing and sustaining a competently administered system focused on the best . . .

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St. John: A cow in Wiggins is better at her job than I am

Eat local is not just a slogan painted on the back of a building. It is the people doing the . . .

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The Great Catsby Herb Cartel: Herbs, whimsy, and a backyard full of magic

In West Point, Michael Williams has created a garden that makes people want to linger a little longer, breathe a . . .

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Painted Melodies Studio Teaching the Arts in Quitman
By BRITTNEY MANGUM
Mon,05/11/26-3:00PM , 1,402 Reads
Kelly and John Mathis are elated to offer a variety of art and music classes at Painted Melodies Studio, located at 108 West Church Street (also known as Back Street) in Quitman.
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Person of the Week: Patrick Peters
By BRITTNEY MANGUM
Mon,05/11/26-6:00PM , 1,183 Reads
“Invest in kids—not just your kids but other kids too. Do what you can to help them,” advised Patrick. “It’s kind of tough right now, and a lot of people need help. Just do what you can. Just help people. If you can help somebody, then help them.
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Bible Verse
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Sun,05/10/26-12:00PM , 921 Reads
“This, then, is how you should pray: “ ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name,
— Matthew 6:9

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What is your favorite thing to do with your mom?
By BRITTNEY MANGUM
Sun,05/10/26-3:00PM , 742 Reads
Amanda Randall: My mom and I enjoy shopping, cooking, and watching SEC sports together.
Chastity Galyean: I enjoy shopping and just talking with my mama.
Audrey Shirley: I enjoy cooking with my mama! I love to sit on the beach with my Mia!
Beckett Taylor: I like playing with my mom.
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Quitman, 39355, MS

Current Temp

69°F

Mostly Clear

Chance of Rain: 0%
Max Temp: 84°F
Min Temp: 59°F
Feels Like: 66°F
Dew Point: 57°F
Humidity: 40%
Sunrise: 5:57 AM
Sunset: 7:45 PM

Wind Speed: 0 to 5 mph
Wind Direction: SSE
Wind Gust: 10 mph
Sky Cover: 21%
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 57°F
Moon Rise: 4:41 AM
Moon Set: 6:49 PM

Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.

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